Job Title: Social Worker - Acute and Residential Aged Care FacilityEmployment Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hours per Fortnight: 24 HoursLocation: Rushworth and Tatura
For a confidential conversation please contact: Karen Dyer, Manager Social Work on
Located in Rushworth, Waranga Health is a 36-bed aged-care facility.
The health service includes a four-bed acute care unit, a district nursing service, outpatient ambulatory consulting services, and a dedicated palliative care suite and respite bed.
Care and treatment are provided 24 hours a day by a talented multidisciplinary team working across a range of medical, nursing, and allied health services.
About GV Health - Tatura and Parkvilla Campus Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla provide Sub-Acute and Aged Care Services.
The 8-bed hospital provides Sub-acute hospital care, specializing in palliative care and voluntary assisted dying services.
Parkvilla is a Residential Aged Care facility for 13 residents and two transitional care clients, a 'home away from home.'
Our campus prides itself on the delivery of excellent care.
We currently hold a 4 Star rating in Residential Aged Care, NDIS Practice Standards, and National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards compliance.
About the Role This position is responsible for the provision of a high-quality Social Work service across the acute wards and residential aged care facilities at the Tatura and Rushworth campuses.
This role is well suited to an experienced Social Worker who enjoys working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
You will be well supported as you manage a diverse caseload providing practical and emotional support to patients and their families to assist in the management of changes to their health and wellbeing.
The Social Worker will be based at the Rushworth and/or Tatura Campus and be well supported by the Social Work Department based at GV Health Shepparton.
We are looking for: An approved tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)Demonstrated skills in assessment and intervention options for patients with diverse and complex psychosocial circumstancesDemonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as an active member of an interdisciplinary team inclusive of medical, nursing, allied health, and managementDemonstrated time management and organisational skills in the management of a clinical caseload and clinical responsibilitiesPlease attach a copy of your qualification in support of your application.
Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria' Why work at GV Health? Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking, and discounted leisure membershipsFlexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balancePaid parental leaveProfessional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goalsA confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved onesSocial club membership offering a range of events, functions, and local community discountsOur CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly, and annual reward and recognition programGV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection, and wellbeing of all children. Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by the Department of Health.
Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes.
GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.
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